Why Choose 4aGoodCause

We believe our e-commerce tools are an exceptional value. We think you'll be completely satisfied with the features and reliability of our service, and we work very hard to make sure that is true. Below are some reasons we believe our service is the right choice for your online fundraising needs.

4aGoodCause is..

Secure

• Strict adherence to best practices in e-commerce security
• SSL encryption of all data with Thawte security certificates ($249/year value)
• Weekly vulnerability scanning audits of our servers by AlertSite ($25/month value)
• Certified PCI security compliance from McAfee ($319/year value)
• Use of AlertSite SafeSite Seal to communicate the security of your site
• Card security code, address verification and other measures to prevent fraud
• We do not store usable credit cards on our servers
• We do not share or sell your donor-related information

Customized

• Accept any type of online payment (donations, event fundraising, product sales, etc.)
• More payment page options than any other provider
• Sites built to match your exact needs
• Not locked into a cookie-cutter Web site
• Customize look/feel, form fields, email receipt and much more
• Manage many custom elements via Web browser

Affordable

• Low set-up and monthly fees
• Inexpensive merchant accounts specifically designed for nonprofits
• Set-up fee discounts with purchase of merchant account
• Discounts available for schools and those supporting public K-12 education
• Discounts available for partners and those purchasing multiple e-commerce pages

Easy

• No programming or technical skill needed
• Simply add a link from your Web site
• User-friendly donation and payment forms
• Practical, simple back-end reporting and data administration

Accessible

• Reach the widest possible donor audience with an accessible e-commerce system
• Forms can be built to accommodate donors that are impaired
• Section 508 compliant forms available
• Sites built for all major browsers at all connection speeds

Global

• Forms built to accommodate international donors
• Process payments in most languages and currencies

Supported

• Backed by over 12 years e-commerce experience
• Reach a real person when you call for help or have a question

Compatible

• Works with over 20 payment gateways
• Proven to integrate with many donor management systems
• Integrate our pages real-time with powerful e-mail marketing software
• Integrate Google Analytics to track campaigns
• Link to Facebook and other sites after donations to help spread your message

Reliable

• Uptime greater than 99.9%
• Performance monitoring by AlertSite ($10/month value)

Guaranteed

• 30-day money back guarantee (set up fee refunded if not completely satisfied 30 days from sign of contract)
• No long term commitments required

Successful

• In 2011, our good causes collectively raised > $70 for every dollar spent with us
• Average online donation size of $142
• Individual online donations as high as $25,000
• Single day fundraising as high as $196,700 for a single charity